Slate Cheese Boards
Rectangular slate boards with wire cutter slots, designed for serving cheese. These are worked slate articles for household use, not roofing slate or monumental stone, and therefore fall under tariff item 6803.00.90 as 'Other' worked slate articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the boards are shaped or sized for roofing purposes
Roofing slate is classified separately under this item.
If the boards are made of monumental or building stone other than slate
Worked monumental stone falls under heading 68.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the boards are not classified as roofing slate or monumental stone; provide a product description and photos to the CBSA
• Check if the boards have a backing or coating that could change classification
• Keep invoices and country-of-origin certificates handy for duty assessment
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